My dog and I just started working towards our BH! I am looking forward to be a part of this sporting community, to learn & exchange ideas as well as support fellow handlers in SchH.

My female is now 6 y/o. We initially had her evaluated @ 5 months old, but I had not realized what a heavy commitment it was and not wanting to half-a** it, I humbly bowed out. Now that I am in a better position to dedicate to the sport, I recently found a trainer and contacted him about evaluating my female to see if she still had it in her to pursue her BH.

He was honest, but confirmed what I knew about Janka. She isn't the best dog for the sport, but she isn't the worst. She is a nice dog and definitely capable of passing her BH. I have based her training since puppyhood towards earning her BH, so our work has been made a little easier.

We also started her on tracking training as well, and she really enjoys it. We have had 2 sessions out in the field so far. She gets excited when she spots the flag. It is as much a learning experience for me as it is for her, but I think I am way more overwhelmed that she is.

Because one of the other members has a TR1 coming up, we have been working in dirt since that is what he will be tracking in. It amazes me to watch the more advanced dogs track. I know just because I am unable to, it doesn't mean the dogs cannot smell the disturbances in the dirt. Still... it gives me such an adrenaline rush to observe.

Melissa: I hope Paisley is enjoying her IPO training. Who are you training with? Is it with a club or a private trainer? I have been so busy with Dressage training, the horses and work. Are you still thinking of a SoCal trip?

I will definitely post a brag when she passes her BH, Wild Wolf. Thank you. I am hoping it would not take too long to get our BH.

Jane: Awww. Thanks! I know I am such a sporadic poster. Yes, we are hoping to train for the TR1 when she passes the first hurdle. At her age, I think it would be prudent not to pressure her with too much but it seems she has showed us that she revels having a job and enjoys the challenge.

We are doing group classes for Ob and protection (probably some privates) and I believe tracking soon. I have someone teaching me tracking privately, but random monthly lessons aren't keeping me honest with training when life gets in the way. The "local" club doesn't seem to call/email people back nor are they accepting new members, so the helper is doing group and privates on his own.

I suck at formal OB, but am learning. Paisley seems to really like protection and she does like tracking. And I really like our trainer. I also might enter her in an upcoming "pretty dog" show.

I would love a trip south, but I need to get life settled first. Call/text me when you have a moment!!! Let's catch up!

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